When you get a prop in your mind, sometimes nothing will stop you from achieving the goal of bringing it to life. I have to admit that it has been a while since I’ve seen someone tackle a prop gun build without the use of a 3d printer or existing base model. In this case, RPF Forums user Snow Boulder has crafted the Type 3 phaser rifle from Star Trek: First Contact from wood.
Go check out the full thread for build pictures of the entire process, including making a mold from the finished piece so they can replicate it.
